2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Brera | Boxter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2475 mm |